MICHELA MONTECUCCO
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant to Radio Producer
Go Country Radio
Los Angeles
01.2024 - 03.2025
Personal Assistant
A List Actors
Los Angeles, CA
01.2008 - 09.2024
- Ran errands to help with daily tasks, enabling employer to focus on more pressing duties.
- Organized personal and professional calendars with reminders for upcoming meetings and events.
- Checked personal and professional activities to remind employer of priority tasks and deadlines.
- Performed various clerical tasks and organized office areas to promote productivity.
- Maintained clerical correspondence via email and phone.
- Screened telephone calls and inquiries and directed as appropriate.
- Organized work projects around client's house.
- Booked flights, hotel accommodations and ground transportation for smooth business travel.
- Managed household inventory and maintenance schedules.
- Coordinated meeting and work schedules for staff teams and executives.
- Organized both physical and digital files and updated reports to coordinate project materials.
- Made travel arrangements for employee trips and conferences.
- Scanned physical documents and uploaded to encrypted databases for digital maintenance.
- Provided assistance communicating, typing correspondence or obtaining information.
- Accompanied clients to appointments and arranged transportation.
- Handled household chores to assist patients and families with cooking, cleaning and laundry.
- Assisted families in planning and preparing nutritious meals.
Waitress
Boccadoro Ristorante
Italy, Italy
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Monitored inventory levels for equipment needed for recreational activities.
- Conducted risk management assessments for all recreational programming.
- Created marketing materials such as brochures, flyers and posters to promote recreation services.
- Maintained accurate records of program participant rosters, attendance logs and evaluation forms.
- Developed budgets for recreation programs and tracked expenses.
Makeup Artist
Film Production, Private weddings & special events
Los Angeles, Sand Diego, CA
2013 - 08.2024
- Provided makeup services for weddings, proms and other special events.
- Applied makeup to clientele to cover imperfections and create new looks.
- Handled appointment booking, canceling and rescheduling.
- Maintained counter hygiene standards with sanitized display units, tools and testers.
- Trained and mentored new makeup artists.
- Developed new styles and techniques.
- Scheduled client appointments.
- Kept work stations clean and sanitized scissors, combs and other styling tools.
- Used curlers, rollers and curling irons to press and curl hair.
- Shaped eyebrows and removed facial hair using depilatory cream, tweezers or wax.
- Ordered, displayed and maintained supplies.
- Cut, trimmed and shaped hair or hairpieces using clippers and scissors.
- Combed, brushed and sprayed hair or wigs to set style.
Cold Stone Creamery Ice Cream
Shop Manager
Los Angeles
10.2014 - 11.2017
Professional Actor
SAG/AFTRA (Fox, Sony, ABC, WB, CBS studios)
Los Angeles
2005 - 2014
- Studied and memorized scripts to learn lines and cues.
- Attended auditions and casting calls to audition for roles.
- Communicated characters or situations to audience through speech, body language and movement.
- Rehearsed for roles alone and with fellow actors.
- Performed humorous and serious interpretations of emotions and actions using body movements, facial expressions and gestures.
- Conveyed each character's story through speech, body language and movement.
- Attended small group meetings and dress rehearsals ahead of final shows.
- Collaborated with director to find best interpretation for character.
- Researched roles to learn traits, mannerisms, accents and other key features of characters.
- Worked closely with directors and other actors to find interpretations most suited to role.
- Worked closely with voice instructors to learn new dialects and accents for acting roles.
- Managed self-performance to maximize profitability and achieve financial objectives.
- Learned about characters in scripts and relationships to each other to develop role interpretations.
- Worked closely with directors, fellow performers and writers to identify and perfect optimal performance techniques.
- Performed humorous and serious interpretations of emotions, actions and situations with body movements and facial expressions.
- Helped prepare stages, move props and break down stages to support smooth productions.
- Offered suggestions to directors regarding roles, scenes and lines.
- Completed media interviews on television, radio and digital podcasts or videos to promote performances.
- Acted in critically-acclaimed productions.
Stand In
SAG/AFTRA
Los Angeles, CA
2005 - 2014
- Stand In for Actors while Film, Television, Music Videos were being set up for Filming giving the primary actor a break during preproduction for scenes that require the actor's physical presence in production.
- Stand, Sit, gesticulate, and do any body movements required in the scene so that the production team can test out what it will look like when the actor does the same in production.
- Work with Directors, Director of Photography, Lighting department on Productions for Film, Television, Commercials.
Personal Organizer
Various companies
Los Angeles, San Diego
2006 - 2009
- Organized Clients homes and offices.
- Cleaned out any unwanted items.
- Declutter, rearrange spaces, rooms, homes or offices for clients, creating organization out of chaos and clutter.
Voice Over Artist
SAG/AFTRA
Los Angeles, CA
2010 - 2014
- Read a pre-written script out loud in order to make a voice recording that will overlay a video production for commercials, television, films.
Hostess
Mastros Restaurants
Los Angeles, San Diego
2012 - 2014
- Greeted incoming guests to escort to assigned dining area and present menus.
- Greeted guests and gathered information to seat groups or place on waitlist.
- Responded appropriately to customer complaints, bringing major issues to attention of manager on duty.
- Stayed attentive to server availability and table turnover to quickly seat guests.
- Answered telephone to provide dining information and take reservations.
- Communicated with servers about new tables, changes in food availability and customer comments.
- Escorted guests to seating area, furnished menus and highlighted daily specials.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Helped restaurant staff set up small and large events to coordinate smooth execution.
- Monitored dining area to assess server capacity and estimate wait times.
- Checked dining and serving areas to verify proper cleanliness and readiness for guests.
- Managed guest expectations by relaying information regarding hours, wait times and specials.
Waitress
Westside tavern
Los Angeles, CA
2010 - 2014
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
- Presented food and beverages to guests at tables.
- Maintained accuracy while handling payments, giving change and printing receipts for customers.
- Communicated with kitchen staff to stay updated on item availability and customer wait times.
- Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.
- Rolled silverware and set up food stations and dining areas to prepare for next shift or large parties.
- Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
- Presented menus to patrons to answer questions about menu items and make recommendations.
- Utilized POS system to total meal costs and add taxes for final bill calculation.
- Relayed orders to service bar and kitchen via point-of-sale register system.
- Collected dirty dishes and glasses from tables or counters, preparing areas for next diners.
- Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
- Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
- Served food and beverages to patrons and confirmed complete orders.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
- Presented menus and answered questions regarding items.
- Stocked service areas with supplies during slow periods.
- Explained menu items, describing ingredients and cooking methods upon request.
- Informed customers of daily specials and signature menu items.
- Took reservations and to-go orders to streamline process for both customer and restaurant.
- Filled condiments and napkin containers during slack periods.
- Prepared checks, itemizing total meal costs and taxes.
- Set up tables in between patrons to reduce wait times.
- Checked identification to verify if guests meet minimum age to legally purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
- Garnished dishes and beverages to serve visually appealing menu items.
- Brought wine selections to tables with appropriate glasses and poured for customers.
Waitress
La Balena
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
2015 - 2018
- Supervised the maintenance of all recreational equipment and facilities.
- Assisted with the design of new initiatives that improve customer service standards within the department.
- Responded promptly to complaints from patrons regarding their experience with a particular activity or facility.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance at all recreation events and activities.
Personal Assistant to Doctor
Physician
San Diego, CA
2019 - 2023
- Ran errands to help with daily tasks, enabling employer to focus on more pressing duties.
- Organized personal and professional calendars with reminders for upcoming meetings and events.
- Checked personal and professional activities to remind employer of priority tasks and deadlines.
- Performed various clerical tasks and organized office areas to promote productivity.
- Maintained clerical correspondence via email and phone.
- Screened telephone calls and inquiries and directed as appropriate.
- Organized work projects around client's house.
- Booked flights, hotel accommodations and ground transportation for smooth business travel.
- Managed household inventory and maintenance schedules.
- Coordinated meeting and work schedules for staff teams and executives.
- Organized both physical and digital files and updated reports to coordinate project materials.
- Made travel arrangements for employee trips and conferences.
- Scanned physical documents and uploaded to encrypted databases for digital maintenance.
- Provided assistance communicating, typing correspondence or obtaining information.
- Completed basic administrative work and managed household accounts.
- Submitted reports to and reviewed reports with supervisor.
- Accompanied clients to appointments and arranged transportation.
- Documented key information from each service visit into detailed reports.
- Delivered warm companionship with conversation, emotional reassurance and coordination of mentally stimulating activities.
- Handled household chores to assist patients and families with cooking, cleaning and laundry.
- Prepared records of client progress and services performed under care.
- Assisted families in planning and preparing nutritious meals.
- Kept patient health and personal information private and confidential.
- Transported clients to physician offices or on outings.
- Identified health scenarios that required more skilled care or knowledge.
- Consulted with team caring for patient to evaluate needs and plan for healthcare services.
Nanny for A-list Actors and Private Families
(upon request)
Los Angeles, CA
2014 - 2021
- Prepared snacks and meals, scheduled and coordinated projects and reinforced appropriate discipline for children according to parents' specifications.
- Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play.
- Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Prepared nutritious meals, cleaned laundry and sanitized play areas.
- Facilitated safe, caring and warm environment for children to stimulate development.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth.
- Monitored indoor and outdoor playtime by guiding activities while watching for dangers.
- Transported children to and from school, extra-curricular activities and play-dates.
- Aided with bathing, dressing, teeth brushing and diapering to promote healthy personal hygiene and good oral health.
- Planned recreational activities to enhance physical development and explore stimulating exercises.
- Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
- Cooked nutritious meals to promote healthy diet and nutrition.
- Helped children discover enrichment activities to inspire imagination and creativity.
- Dropped off and picked up children from school and extracurricular commitments.
- Sparked creativity and imagination by teaching children new ideas each day.
- Monitored playtime to prevent overuse of technology, television, or other influences.
- Met with parents to reflect on and plan for children's activities and development.
- Documented and communicated daily reports outlining each child's daily activities.
- Posted parents' contact information and first responder phone numbers in case of emergency situations.
Private In-home Personal Chef
Various Families
Los Angeles, San Diego, CA
2014 - 2023
- Prepare meals for private clients in home kitchens or commercial kitchens depending on clients needs and diet preferences daily/weekly.
- Purchased Groceries, special ordered foods and wines.
- Meal Planning
- Diet restrictions, Allergies, Vegan, Specific requests.
Bartender
Sports Bar & Grill
2013 - 2015
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Maintained inventory of liquor, beer, wine, and other beverage items.
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
- Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Displayed and retained extensive knowledge of liquors, wines and entrees.
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
Education
Associate of Arts - Film And Video Production
UCLA
Los AngelesBachelor of Arts -
SAG/AFTRA
CertificationsCA Food Handlers Card
Bachelor of Arts -
Hospitality Management
UCLASkills
- Project Coordination
- Calendar Management
- Database Entry
- Report Writing
- Client Relations
- Travel Coordination
- Child Management
- Expense Management
- Personal Correspondence
- Event Planning
- Invoice Processing
- Project Management
- Multi-Task Management
- Housekeeping
- Meeting Planning
- Social Media Savvy
- Dedicated Team Player
- Understands Grammar
- Guest Relations
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Perform Well in High-Demand, Fast-Paced Environments
- Spreadsheet Management
- Project Planning
- Medical Terminology
- Staff Collaboration
- Coordination Skills
- Screening Calls
- Extensive Knowledge of Fine Wines
- Conference Planning
- Culinary Skills
- Multitasking and Organization
- Valid Driver's License
- Restaurant Experience
- Flexible Schedule
- Food Service Background
- Personal Training
- Resourceful
- Hospitality Environment
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Strong Work Ethic
- Customer Friendly
- Childcare Experience
- Problem Resolving
- Organizing and Preparing Meetings
- Product Development
- Attention to Detail
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Strong Problem Solver
- Advanced Computer Skills
- Marketing and Promotions
- Menu Developing
- Client Satisfaction
- Critical Thinker
- Fluent in English and Italian Languages
- Self-Starter
- Scheduling
- Trip Planning
- Fast Learning
- Appointment Scheduling
- Shipping and Receiving Packages
- Proper Phone Etiquette
Languages
Italian
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Additional Information
- References upon request
Timeline
Waitress
Boccadoro Ristorante
06.2024 - 08.2024
Executive Assistant to Radio Producer
Go Country Radio
01.2024 - 03.2025
Cold Stone Creamery Ice Cream
Shop Manager
10.2014 - 11.2017
Personal Assistant
A List Actors
01.2008 - 09.2024
Makeup Artist
Film Production, Private weddings & special events
2013 - 08.2024
Professional Actor
SAG/AFTRA (Fox, Sony, ABC, WB, CBS studios)
2005 - 2014
Stand In
SAG/AFTRA
2005 - 2014
Personal Organizer
Various companies
2006 - 2009
Voice Over Artist
SAG/AFTRA
2010 - 2014
Hostess
Mastros Restaurants
2012 - 2014
Waitress
Westside tavern
2010 - 2014
Waitress
La Balena
2015 - 2018
Personal Assistant to Doctor
Physician
2019 - 2023
Nanny for A-list Actors and Private Families
(upon request)
2014 - 2021
Private In-home Personal Chef
Various Families
2014 - 2023
Bartender
Sports Bar & Grill
2013 - 2015
Associate of Arts - Film And Video Production
UCLA
Bachelor of Arts -
SAG/AFTRA
CA Food Handlers Card
Bachelor of Arts -
Hospitality Management